Oak Park Travel Guide
Santa Barbara



Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in Oak Park

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
I stay here whenever I come to Santa Barbara. It feels safe and is pretty. The Live Oak Cafe on site is convenient and serves simple, delicious meals. What I like more than anything else is how friendly and helpful the hotel staff are. As a single traveler, the hotel feels welcoming and secure because ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Upham Hotel
We didn’t get out in the area but the room and outdoor surroundings were lovely.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Jesus was awesome
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Beautiful place and great friendly staff
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Bath Street Inn
The room was clean with all you could need
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
The property is in pristine condition, and located right where all the action is in the Downtown Santa Monica. I love the decor. The aesthetic is quite homey. The mini bar is stocked with anything you could need during your stay. Even the soaps are nice! You will want to arrive before valet leaves ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oak Park

Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Alta Mesa
When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.



